Polar Bear Cruise – Spitsbergen Archipelago
January 22, 2014
Coming July 10, July 19, August 6, 2014. An Arctic adventure cruise complete with polar bears! The Polar Bear Cruise – Spitsbergen Archipelago is a 10-day cruise around the islands closest to the North Pole at a time of year with almost continuous midsummer daylight. Highlights include daily excursions with expert naturalists to view abundant […]
GOW Smart Sports Bra + Fitmitter
January 21, 2014
As they say, “get up and GOW”! The GOW Smart Sports Bra + Fitmitter is a brand new high tech training system. The sports bra has heart rate sensors sewn into the fabric which then send this data to the Fitmitter, which in turn transmits the data via Bluetooth wireless technology to your GOW Trainer […]
o-synce Sports Visor screeneye x
January 21, 2014
An innovative way to “see” your training data. The Sports Visor screeneye x by o-synce (pronounced “o-science”) projects your heart rate, speed, distance, stop times, lap times, training zones, coaching tips, and even the outside temperature directly into your field of vision. The display is low profile and is easy to read even in low […]
Olympus Marathon
January 21, 2014
Coming June 29, 2014. Running with the gods. The Olympus Marathon is a 44km trail running race on Mt Olympus, in northern Greece. Yes, that Mt Olympus, the legendary home of the Greek Gods! Runners travel the sacred trail ancient Greeks followed to Olympus, the tallest mountain in Greece, where they ascended every year in […]
Lflect Woolly Hat & Helmet Cover
January 20, 2014
A fashionable way to be seen at night. We TrailblazerGirls are smart about being safe and visible at night, but we also want to be stylish. Enter the Woolly Hat & Helmet Cover by our British friends at Lflect. Made out of lambswool with a special reflective element, this hat is stretchy enough to fit […]
MBB Surfboard Rack
January 20, 2014
Have bike, will surf! What?! Yes, if you have a bike, you can use your bike to travel to the beach with your surfboard! Moved by Bikes, a company out of Santa Cruz, California, has designed a surfboard rack that easily attaches to your bike to transport short boards or longboards (and some have even […]
Nga Haerenga – The New Zealand Cycle Trail
January 20, 2014
One of the world’s best and longest cycling trails. TrailblazerGirl cyclists will love Nga Haerenga – The New Zealand Cycle Trail (NZCT) with its 1,553-mile-long network of biking routes. Nga Haerenga translates to ‘the journeys’ in Māori and each of the 23 trails provides a window into the distinctive landscape, environment, culture and heritage of […]
High Roller Adult Size Big Wheel Drift Trike
January 17, 2014
Relive your childhood with the High Roller Adult Size Big Wheel Drift Trike. Reminiscent of the Big Wheels of our youth, this soon to be released adult-sized version is a sturdy, 45 pounds, with a steel frame and a 26 inch front wheel. Complete with bell and tassels, you are all set to bring a […]
Yoga & Yosemite: A Journey In Transformation by Call of the Wild
January 17, 2014
Coming July 18, 2014. Our friends at Call of the Wild alerted us to a new trip they have scheduled this summer. Called Yoga & Yosemite: A Journey In Transformation, it will combine hiking, yoga, and meditation in spectacular Yosemite National Park. Your five days will include easy to moderate guided hikes with the chance […]
She.Is.Beautiful The Pinkest 10k & 5k
January 17, 2014
Coming March 23, 2014. She.Is.Beautiful The Pinkest 10k & 5k is a women’s only timed race in Santa Cruz, California. This coastal town is a beautiful setting for a race, and all levels are welcome. There’s even a specific time for those mom’s with strollers for both the 5K and 10K course. Grab your TrailblazerGirl-friends […]
Bobskis
January 16, 2014
A different way to have some winter fun. Bobskis, designed and produced in the UK, are a durable, high performance sledge (AKA a sled in America) that is super fast. It’s easy to steer – just touch the snow on the side that you want to turn (protect your hands with gloves!) and shift your […]
Taos Snowshoe Adventures Overnight Snowshoe Yurt Trip
January 16, 2014
A unique way to explore the Taos backcountry. This winter, get a group of your TrailblazerGirl-friends together and check out Taos Snowshoe Adventures’ Overnight Snowshoe Yurt Trip. An initially strenuous, then leisurely 2-mile snowshoe hike through beautiful snow covered trees, leads you to a 24′ diameter insulated canvas yurt in a high mountain meadow below […]
Gritty Goddess Obstacle Run
January 16, 2014
Coming April 26, 2014. Grab your TrailblazerGirl-friends who don’t mind getting dirty and sign up for the Gritty Goddess Obstacle Run. This is only for Goddesses (guys can participate dressed as Goddesses, but only in the Gritty Guys Wave), and you may sign up as a team or as an individual. Have a blast in […]
Ruroc’s RG-1 Ice Helmet
January 15, 2014
No, it’s not a Star Wars Stormtrooper mask…it’s Ruroc’s RG-1 Ice Helmet! Included is a high protection helmet with inner shell, 180 degree field-of-view goggles, and a detachable, high impact face mask. With their AeroFlow system, you’ll be fog-free, warm and well ventilated. The RG-1 series comes in 7 different color combinations. Extreme protection for […]
Steez Gear Tall Scarf
January 15, 2014
Cool-looking scarf to keep you “Steezin not Freezin”! Our friends at Steez Gear kindly provided us with one of their Tall Scarves to test. We love that it is truly “Tall” at 8 feet long yielding plenty of options on styling it. It’s fashioned out of soft merino wool and is hand-knit and hand-dyed, giving […]
Les 3 Vallées, France
January 15, 2014
Ski bunny TrailblazerGirls will jump for joy at Les 3 Vallées in the French Alps! This is the world’s largest ski area solely connect by ski runs and ski lifts. It’s group of 8 resorts with a total of 600kms (370 miles) of interconnected slopes, 328 runs, and 180 ski lifts. The name comes from […]
Thirty-One Gifts’ Vary You Backpack Purse
January 14, 2014
A great bag for busy TrailblazerGirls. The Vary You Backpack Purse by our friends at Thirty-One Gifts is such a versatile bag. It easily converts to a backpack, shoulder bag, crossbody bag, or one-shoulder backpack with a comfortable, adjustable strap. Loads of room for all your personal items with 2 large compartments and more pockets […]
Barefooters
January 14, 2014
A happy experience for your feet. Barefooters is almost like walking barefoot (hence the name) but with more protection for your feet. Made in Italy out of a proprietary cork and silicone material that is highly flexible, these shoes are great for recovery after a long grueling run or just a comfortable walking shoe. TrailblazerGirl […]
Blacklight Run
January 14, 2014
Various dates and locations in 2014. A 5K glow-in-the-dark party! Fun-loving TrailblazerGirls should check out the Blacklight Run. Here’s how it works – wear a white t-shirt, then as you pass through the 3 Blacklight Zones (green, pink, and blue), you’ll be showered with neon powder. The high beam black lights throughout the course will have […]
Dreamfarm’s BBQ Clongs
January 13, 2014
Clever, clever. Dreamfarm is just the kind of company that TrailblazerGirl loves to find. They create innovatively designed products that solve problems. Their BBQ Clongs have so many useful features – tips designed to scrape your BBQ as well as pick up small pieces of food, easy to use lock to keep your tongs closed […]
Mi Ola Reversible Wrap Top
January 13, 2014
A fantastic bikini for the active TrailblazerGirl! The super cute Mi Ola Reversible Wrap Top fits really well and stays put when you’re doing all your water sports. But wait, that’s not all…it’s also reversible! So you get 2 tops for the price of one, not to mention, space in your suitcase. We paired our […]
qualia, Hamilton Island, Australia
January 13, 2014
A luxury retreat in a beautiful location. qualia on Hamilton Island is renowned for its exceptional and intuitive service and ideal location on the eastern edge of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. When you are finally able to pull yourself away from your pavilion that overlooks the Coral Sea complete with a private sun […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2013: Escaping the Cold Weather!
January 10, 2014
We TrailblazerGirls love being outdoors, but this cold weather has us dreaming of a nice, warm day in the sun. The TrailblazerGirl team wants to share their top 3 picks from the 2013 reviews for ways to escape the cold weather. First off, head over to the Big Island of Hawaii and check out Kona […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2013: Celebrating the Cold Weather!
January 9, 2014
Happy New Year! Burrrr…with cold weather hitting much of the nation, the editorial staff at TrailblazerGirl got together and came up with their top 3 picks from the 2013 reviews for ways to enjoy and celebrate this cold weather. First off, check out the Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden, the world’s first and largest hotel built […]